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One of the stars of Wild ‘N Out, Hitman Holla, just went through a harrowing experience with his girlfriend, Cinnamon. This wasn’t some sort of prank or skit for their YouTube channel; this was a tragedy that changed lives. The rapper took to social media on Tuesday, October 12, to announce that Cinnamon had been shot in the face during a home invasion. The shocking news has left fans and the entertainment industry in complete shock, with many rallying around the couple with love messages.
The break-in reportedly happened when Hitman Holla, whose real name is Gerald Fulton Jr., was away. His teary post explained that Cinnamon was home alone when the intruders broke in. During the incident, she was very brave, following his instructions to protect herself. Unfortunately, the incident turned violent, and Cinnamon was injured in the attack.
Hitman Holla shared with his followers the details of the incident, how it has left him heartbroken, and helpless that he couldn’t protect the most precious person in his life. In his post, he painted a picture of horror and fear for Cinnamon that night, making clear this wasn’t some random crime but a deeply personal and devastating experience.
The news of Cinnamon’s shooting went viral in no time, and the lady got an outpouring of prayers and well wishes from her fans and fellow celebrities. Many commended her for her resilience and strength, adding that to have gone through such a life experience and lived to tell the tale is courage enough.
For those unfamiliar with Cinnamon, she is more than just Hitman Holla’s girlfriend. The two share a close bond that they often display on their social media platforms. The playful and affectionate relationship between the two is indeed known to all; they have entertained fans with comic pranks and heartfelt moments on several occasions. But the incident brought forth a different and sensitive side of their relationship to the world, showing in depth how much their love and support mean during such unimaginable difficulty.
Though Hitman Holla has been keeping his fans updated about Cinnamon’s recovery, he also made sure to let everyone know that privacy is necessary in order for them to get through this tough time. His focus is on her healing and making sure she is supported and safe going forward.
This has opened up the discussion boards on home security and personal safety, as many fans have shown great concerns about their loved ones. For now, though, the priority remains the recovery and emotional well-being of Hitman Holla and Cinnamon.
The entertainment world is continuing to rally for the couple by offering prayers and positive energy in hopes that Cinnamon will come out of this traumatic experience whole.
Cinnamon’s Family
Cinnamon Witherspoon was born on January 28, 1994. She hails from St. Louis, Missouri, but is currently based in Atlanta, Georgia.
Cinnamon Witherspoon goes by both Cinnamon Marcel and Cinnamon Witherspoon on her social media profiles. She is the daughter of Charisse Campbell and has at least one sister, Ciera Witherspoon.
Although she hasn’t explicitly detailed her childhood circumstances, it appears that Cinnamon grew up in foster care. She was raised by a woman named Karen Priest, whom she calls her “second mom.” Cinnamon adores both her moms and remains connected to them.
Cinnamon’s Career
Cinn Marcel attended the Central Visual And Performing Arts High School in St. Louis. She’s currently an entrepreneur with multiple businesses in Atlanta.
Cinnamon Witherspoon is best known for Cinn Secrets, her online fashion boutique. Besides its signature crop tops, Cinn Secrets is popular for its selection of eyewear. In 2020, she launched Cinny’s Kitchen, a meal delivery and catering service.
Cinnamon’s claim to fame is her relationship with Hitman Holla. And the couple let fans in on their romance through their YouTube channel that’s been inactive for a year.
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Cinnamon’s Home Break-In and Shooting
Hitman Holla recently revealed that his girlfriend, Cinnamon, went through a terrifying ordeal while he was out of town. In an October 12 social media post, the Wild N’ Out star stated that Cinnamon was shot in the face during a home break-in.
According to the rapper’s account of the events, Cinnamon was at his residence when four individuals broke into the house. Cinnamon was on FaceTime with Holla as he instructed her on what to do to protect herself.
The assailants shot at Cinnamon and the bullet “went through her cheek and out the back of her head,” according to Holla.
Cinnamon Witherspoon survived and is being treated at the hospital. Not only did Holla ask for prayers and positive energy and show admiration for her bravery, but Cinnamon also soon responded to the love and support.
Without explicitly giving an update on her condition, Cinnamon posted on social media confirming she survived. She also said that Binny, her and Hitman’s beloved maltipoo, saved her life. Cinnamon and Hitman expressed their gratitude to followers, friends, and family for all the love and support.
As of this writing, there’s no statement from authorities. It’s also unknown what happened to the assailants.
